Hugo Mallo: Celta Vigo’s Rise Inspired by their Defensive Ace?

Celta Vigo have undoubtedly been the surprise package in La Liga so far this season, as Eduardo Berrizzo’s side sit fourth in the table, just seven points adrift of leaders Barcelona. The excellent form of defender Hugo Mallo just epitomizes Celta’s climb to the higher regions of Spain’s top tier. Mallo has enjoyed a very